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What did we choose?

Every visit to the Coach House results in one thing; a triangular decision-making process as I choose between steak, pizza or a burger. It resulted in victory for the latter; the Italian Job chicken burger (£12).

As always, there was plenty of choice in all three departments, but the bolognaise AND pepperoni topping swung it for me. Fingers crossed there's still room for dessert.

My friend opted for a 10oz ribeye steak (£15), cooked medium rare and with a side portion of skinny fries. As you can see from the picture, mine was the less health conscious, no salad version!

Both of us were driving, so it was a pint of Coke each to wash the food down. Not diet, before you ask.

How long did we wait?

Just over 20 minutes. Not bad for a fairly busy evening. It gave my friend and I enough time to put the world to rights, and chat about the latest events at Blundell Park.

It was close to kick-off, so after a long day in the office, we were well ready for the food to arrive, which it did right on cue.

And how was the food?

Very nice. You always know what you're going to get at the Coach House; good quality pub grub with a little twist.

As much as I enjoyed the skinny fries, the only error was on my part. Indeed, the chunky chips are my usual potato of choice, and there was just a hint of regret that I changed my mind at the last minute.

If a little unusual, my chicken burger was cooked nicely, and my friend soon polished off his steak. Now that is a good enough verdict, surely?

Having been caught out before (many times), a few leftover fries proved to be a great tactical decision. Roll on dessert...

Food review at the Coach House; Sticky toffee pudding

Was there room for dessert?

Always. My friend picked for the rather light, chocolate orange mousse (£4.50), but my sweet tooth got the better of me; sticky toffee pudding (£6) stood-out on a menu that also includes another of my favourites, warm chocolate brownie (£5).

Just like the mains, our desserts went down a treat. Mine was particularly tasty, and given the plummeting temperatures outside, it served well on a cold Tuesday night.